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HC-One

20d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Wakefield

AI generated summary

  • You must be an enthusiastic Care Assistant with personal care experience, able to work nights, commit to safeguarding, and adapt to technology. Right to work in the UK is essential.
  • You will support residents' personal care and daily activities, ensure their well-being, recognize potential abuse, and attend necessary training.

Requirements

  • - Enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant
  • - Ability to support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of residents
  • - Experience in personal care tasks such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals
  • - Willingness to work night shift only, 33 hours per week
  • - Commitment to safeguarding and recognizing signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect
  • - Attendance at safeguarding training appropriate to the role
  • - Ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns
  • - Comfort with technology or openness to learning new digital care planning tools
  • - Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Responsibilities

  • Support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents.
  • This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home.
  • Deliver care that comes from the heart — making sure residents never lose their individuality.
  • Support someone with limited mobility, offer comfort to a resident who is distressed, or provide compassionate end-of-life care, while always putting their wellbeing first.
  • Recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns.
  • Attend safeguarding training appropriate to your role and undertake additional training in associated areas.
  • Seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Care Assistant position?

The Care Assistant position is night shift only, with a commitment of 33 hours per week.

Is experience required for the Care Assistant role?

While prior experience is beneficial, it is not explicitly stated as a requirement. Enthusiasm and commitment are highly valued.

What type of training will I receive?

You will receive safeguarding training appropriate to your role, as well as additional training in associated areas to support your development.

Does HC-One provide opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, HC-One offers clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes to support your growth.

What benefits are offered to Care Assistants at HC-One?

Benefits include a good work-life balance, paid Enhanced DBS/PVG, free uniform, meals during shifts, a pension scheme, 28 days annual leave, group life assurance, and access to various discounts and well-being programs.

Is this position eligible for sponsorship?

No, HC-One can only consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK and cannot offer sponsorship.

What qualities does HC-One look for in its Care Assistants?

HC-One values curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and dependability in its Care Assistants.

Will I have access to digital tools in my role?

Yes, HC-One is enhancing support for residents through digital care planning, and team members are encouraged to be comfortable with technology or open to learning.

Is there support for mental health and well-being?

Yes, HC-One provides access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support.

Can I refer a friend for the Care Assistant position?

Yes, HC-One has an attractive refer-a-friend scheme where you can earn up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role.

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HC-One

Welcome to HC-One, where we believe in caring with kindness.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Welcome to HC-One, the 'Kind Care Company'​ We offer professional residential, nursing and specialist dementia care for older people with circa 275 care homes located throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Our aim is to be the first choice care home in each community for residents and colleagues; they will achieve this mission through providing the kindest possible care to residents. HC-One is pioneering a simple approach, where kindness is the guiding ethos. We strive to make a difference to the lives of older men and women in communities across the UK by fostering a culture that actively encourages simple kindness. Kindness isn't just a warm and fuzzy feeling, it's an incredibly powerful force for good.